Vermont State University Researchers Receive a National Science Foundation Grant to Study Links Between Ticks and Invasive Plant Species 

Johnson, VT – Vermont State University (VTSU) is proud to announce that it was recently awarded a $1.8 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, along with researchers from the University […]

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Vermont State University Sees Enrollment Boost as it Starts its Second Year, Welcoming Nearly 1,700 Students in the Class of 2028

New student enrollment is up 14% over Fall 2023, including over 1,130 Vermont students, 110 more Vermonters than last fall. Out-of-state enrollment increased on every campus and online.

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Caitlin Stover, PhD, RN, named New Vermont State University Dean of Nursing and Health Science

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Vermont State University (VTSU) welcomes Caitlin Stover, PhD, RN as the new Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences. Stover joins VTSU as the nursing program continues to expand to meet the demands of the health care workforce crisis.

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Multilingual Students Find Support & Academic Success at VTSU

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Nineteen percent of Vermont State University (VTSU)’s first-year students in Fall 2023 identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Multicultural students make up a significant proportion of these students, including international and exchange students, refugees, immigrants, and domestic students with multilingual heritage.

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VTSU Center Offers Wellness Session for First Responders July 15-16

That is why Vermont State University’s Center for Social Justice and Trauma Response Care on the Castleton Campus is hosting its second Annual First Responder Wellness Conference on July 15-16.

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VTSU Castleton Athlete Interns at NCAA

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One Castleton student is experiencing the NCAA, as an intern beginning in the organization’s Indianapolis office and culminating at the its Women’s College Basketball Academy in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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VTSU Early Childhood Education Institute Enrolls Record Number of Students

The Vermont Early Childhood Educators Institute (ECEI) 2024 is filled to capacity. All 135 slots are taken and that’s good news for Vermont, where quality child care providers are still in strong demand. ECEI equips early childhood and afterschool educators to provide high quality experiences to the children in their care.

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As Vermont High School Spring Athletics Wind Down, Vermont State University has Message for Seniors

Interim President David Bergh has a strong message for graduating senior high school athletes: come to Vermont State University and continue playing the sport or sports you love.

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VTSU Class of 2028 on Track to Exceed Class of 2027

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Despite a national Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) debacle which has delayed college decisions typically made on May 1 to June 1, Vermont State University (VTSU) is on track to welcome a larger class this fall than in fall 2023.

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Vermont State University Apprenticeship Program Grows

Vermont State University (VTSU) reported a 13 percent increase in the number of students enrolled in its electrical and plumbing apprenticeship programs this year—up from 726 last year to 822. Efforts to grow the program come in response to acute workforce shortages in both sectors. Students in the programs work for local employers during the day and study a few nights a week, earning wages as they increase their skills.

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VTSU Proudly Announces the 10th Annual Gregg Fest

Cherished Lyndon musical tradition honors the legacy of Music Business & Industry student performer and songwriter Jacob “Jake” Gregg.

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VTSU Atmospheric Science Program Hosts Eclipse Event for High School Students at Lyndon Campus

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Hundreds of high school students from around New England will travel to the Lyndon campus of Vermont State University (VTSU) to view the solar eclipse.

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New 3D Technology Certificate Program and 3D Summer Camp for Vermont High School Students to be offered at Vermont State University

The certificate program will provide training in a range of cutting-edge 3D technologies, and prepare Vermonters for the rapidly expanding pool of professions adopting 3D applications. The program includes three courses – 3D imaging, 3D modeling, and 3D printing – that can be taken in any order and that will provide a comprehensive perspective on 3D technology. 

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Vermont Animation Festival Begins Friday, March 22

The Vermont Animation Festival welcomes notable creators Dustin Grella and Dan Bandit (a.k.a. Ghostshrimp) to the ninth annual festival March 22-23, 2024, hosted by Vermont State University Lyndon in partnership with Catamount Arts.

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Vermont Arts Council Presents Virtual Showcase of VTSU Student Filmmakers

The Vermont Arts Council Spotlight Gallery is hosting a virtual exhibit of films from March 1-April 30 created by students in the Cinema & Production concentration within VTSU’s B.A. in Communications program; a virtual artist talk will be held March 8, 5-6 p.m.

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